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White · Petrol · 1960 · 1,798 cc

GAS 685MOT history

GAS 685 is a white petrol Volvo first used on 30 Dec 1960. Its MOT expired on 17 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 83,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 May 2023
Mileage
83,113 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GAS 685
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volvo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,798 cc
Year of manufacture
1960
First used
30 Dec 1960
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 May 2023
Latest MOT test
18 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

GAS 685 was last recorded at 83,113 miles on 18 May 2022, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Aug 2008: 2,851 miles, lower than 99,239 miles on 19 Jul 2007.
  • 2 Sept 2009: 1,844 miles, lower than 2,851 miles on 12 Aug 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
83,100 miles · 17 May 2022
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 83,113 miles
  • 2020 – 82,434 miles
  • 2019 – 73,963 miles
  • 2017 – 68,700 miles
  • 2016 – 60,906 miles
  • 2015 – 17,349 miles
  • 2014 – 13,318 miles
  • 2013 – 11,126 miles
  • 2012 – 6,953 miles
  • 2011 – 5,642 miles
  • 2010 – 4,462 miles
  • 2009 – 1,844 miles
  • 2008 – 2,851 miles
  • 2007 – 99,239 miles
  • 2006 – 17,564 miles
  • 2005 – 14,959 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,113 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis railRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub nut lose but split pinnedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rearmost (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth front lower bushes slight playRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBoth rear floors corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,113 miles (+13)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    83,113 miles
    Test number
    754167253019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis rail
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub nut lose but split pinned
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rearmost (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear floors corroded

  2. Fail83,100 miles (+666)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,100 miles
    Test number
    558908970667
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front chassis rail
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear hub nut lose but split pinned
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rearmost (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear floors corroded

  3. Pass82,434 miles (+8,471)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    82,434 miles
    Test number
    643753313209
    • AdvisorySlight side room in nearside front king pin bushes

  4. Pass73,963 miles (+5,263)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    73,963 miles
    Test number
    667879206162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to nearside front outer sill

  5. Pass68,700 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,700 miles
    Test number
    466675499202
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension joints slight play

  6. Fail68,687 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,687 miles
    Test number
    985047662780
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension joints slight play

  7. Pass60,919 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,919 km
    Test number
    576801521908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail60,906 miles (+43,557)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,906 miles
    Test number
    382129495045
    • FailureNearside Front Axle king pin has excessive play in pin and/or bush adversely affecting the steering (2.5.A.3a)

  9. Pass17,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    17,349 miles
    Test number
    688371748929
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  10. Fail17,349 miles (+4,031)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,349 miles
    Test number
    479170198332
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  11. Pass13,318 miles (+2,192)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    13,318 miles
    Test number
    259971734319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)
    • NotePlay in steering box drop arm

  12. Pass11,126 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    11,126 miles
    Test number
    227029413352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  13. Fail11,126 miles (+4,173)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,126 miles
    Test number
    617287813384
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Axle king pin has slight play in pin and/or bush (2.5.A.3a)

  14. Pass6,953 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    6,953 miles
    Test number
    339535532321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass5,642 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    5,642 miles
    Test number
    146655851290
    • NoteSurface corrosion to varios parts of the chassis

  16. Fail5,638 miles (+1,176)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,638 miles
    Test number
    547829741243
    • FailureNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSurface corrosion to varios parts of the chassis

  17. Pass4,462 miles (+2,618)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    4,462 miles
    Test number
    213243110384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass1,844 miles (-1,007)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    1,844 miles
    Test number
    373925749229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Pass2,851 miles (-96,388)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    2,851 miles
    Test number
    871365128210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass99,239 miles (+81,675)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    99,239 miles
    Test number
    194210707263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass17,564 miles (+2,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    17,564 miles
    Test number
    261338976438
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass14,959 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    14,959 miles
    Test number
    192440985189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about GAS 685

What vehicle is registration GAS 685 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GAS 685 on a white petrol Volvo first used on 30 Dec 1960. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does GAS 685 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on GAS 685 expired on 17 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on GAS 685?
The MOT on GAS 685 expired on 17 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has GAS 685 done?
GAS 685 was recorded at 83,113 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2022, an average of 4,037 miles a year.
Has GAS 685 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GAS 685 has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2022.
Has the mileage on GAS 685 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 12 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on GAS 685 find?
GAS 685 passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front chassis rail; nearside rear hub nut lose but split pinned; offside rear suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced, and 3 more.

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